Marita agreed to Cao Xing's request.

Cao Xing expressed his gratitude and compliments again, which made Marita smile more and more.

The two of them were affectionate again for a few minutes.

Then Marita reluctantly climbed up from Cao Xing's body.

And rearranged my clothes.

And Cao Xing also put on his equipment again.

"Well, Ms. Marita, I'm going back now. I look forward to seeing you again, and I hope you can successfully resolve the curse on your body."

The noble lady behind him nodded slightly.

Under Marita's gentle gaze, Cao Xing left.

…

…

While on the road, Cao Xing had a faint smile on his face.

I didn't expect that I would gain so much from this trip to Annuohe Village.

Not only did he obtain a large amount of seeds, but Marita also gave him an extremely valuable necklace.

At the same time, he also gained the favor of this extremely capable noble lady.

Marita is not only a member of the royal family, but also a great wizard.

In terms of strength, he is even stronger than the Undead Duke Paladin.

If he goes to the Kingdom of Youlan in the future, Marita will be able to give him great help.

Of course, Cao Xing didn't do that with her because of her identity and strength.

Instead, I was simply moved by the elegant temperament of this noble lady.

And I heard that her husband passed away more than ten years ago.

Cao Xing knew that Marita had been lonely for a long time.

He shook his head, put these thoughts aside, and looked at the properties of the necklace.

【Moon Crown Bead Necklace】

【Grade: Unknown】

[Requirement to wear: Level 40]

[Additional attributes: None]

[Attached special effect: Moon Crown Residual (contains a trace of the power of the Moon Crown Orb, all spell damage increases by 20%, and cooldown time is reduced by 10%)]

(Note: In that war thousands of years ago, the Khan of the Blood Legion, Odo Broken Claw, wielded the legendary weapon, Hasushin, and conquered the Western Continent, invincible.

The flames of war spread to the Kingdom of Youlan, and the kingdom's most powerful wizard of the time, holding the Moon Goddess's Staff - Anies, fought against her.

During that war, Hasushin's sword shattered the Moon Corona Orb on top of Aniasi, which then broke into 12 pieces of varying sizes.

As time goes by, these fragments have been scattered in all corners of the continent. When you hold other fragments close to them, you will feel something.)

(Collection progress of Lunar Corona Orb fragments: 1/12...)

…

"Oh my god, this is so scary? Just a fragment increases spell damage by 20%!"

"If it were a complete orb, how powerful would it be?"

Cao Xing was shocked.

And he increasingly felt the value of this necklace.

Let alone one [Golden Salmon], I'm afraid you may not be able to buy this kind of necklace even if you buy ten.

In addition to the necklace, she also promised to help Cao Xing find the person with royal blood.

This shows how much Marita values ​​Cao Xing.

Cao Xing thought to himself, "This woman is very good to me. I will repay her if I have the chance in the future."

As he was thinking, he walked to the entrance of the village.

After the fishing competition ended, the flow of people in Annuohe Village decreased a lot.

Besides, it was already past three in the afternoon, and many people from other villages had to hurry back.

Cao Xing saw that only Assam, Bron, Liu Muxue, Renis and others were at the entrance of the village, waiting there respectfully.

Behind them were more than a hundred goblin laborers with different expressions.

After seeing Cao Xing, Bron and others greeted him excitedly.

"Oh! Lord, you are back!"

Cao Xing nodded slightly and came to the crowd.

And the group of goblin laborers all knelt down at this moment.

Seeing this, Cao Xing frowned slightly and asked, "Who told you to kneel?"

Among the goblins working hard, a slightly larger goblin stood up and said, "My Lord, this is what the masters taught us when we were in the Giants' Guild."

"When you see your master, you must treat him as a god."

Cao Xing didn't say much, but waved his hand and said, "From now on, when you see me, you don't need to kneel down, just bow, understand?"

The goblin laborers below looked troubled.

"Lord, this..."

Cao Xing frowned and asked, "What's wrong with you? You don't even listen to me?"

Sensing the hostility in Cao Xing's tone, the goblin laborers below seemed to have encountered something terrifying. They were trembling with fear, and some even went into a state of fear.

Among them, the stronger goblin laborer hurriedly said: "Respected... respected lord... we dare not disobey your order..."

"But in front of other adults, you have to kneel down."

"If those adults let us stand up, it means the goblins will be beaten."

"We prefer kneeling to standing. At least we don't get beaten..."

"Yeah yeah……"

The goblins nearby also echoed.

There was also a look of realization in Cao Xing's eyes.

This is what it's like to be a slave. As an organization that mainly deals in slave trade, the Giant Chamber of Commerce is naturally not a good group of people.

They have many ways to make these slaves obedient.

This group of goblin laborers have been trained for a long time and must have suffered a lot, so they have long been tamed.

Cao Xing's unhappiness disappeared, and he smiled and shook his head, saying, "Don't worry, as long as you work hard, I won't punish you."

Braum came over and laughed, "Don't worry, little goblins. No one in our territory will be beaten for this."

After saying that, he slapped the goblin laborer on the back several times with his palm as big as a basin, causing him to cough continuously.

After hearing this, the goblins realized that the lord in front of them was serious.

He wasn't trying to teach the goblins a lesson.

All of a sudden, all the goblin laborers said respectfully: "Thank you, kind Lord, may the God of the Underworld bless you..."

They all stood up from the ground.

Cao Xing nodded slightly.

At this time, the Ascalon Warrior Captain, Yaskin, also walked over respectfully and handed a backpack to Cao Xing.

"My Lord, this is the crown you gave me last time. I spent nearly 30,000 crowns on purchasing these slaves and establishing relationships. I still have 170,000 crowns left."

"There is also a detailed purchase list inside, please take a look."

Cao Xing did not accept it immediately, but fell into deep thought.

After a moment, he said directly: "Yaskin, I have another task for you."

Yaskin said respectfully, "My Lord, please give me your orders!"

Cao Xing said: "You continue to take this money and go to other villages to develop and explore."

"If you encounter a special situation like today again, remember to contact me."

"It doesn't matter if there are no special circumstances. Just continue to buy some people back."

Yaskin is reliable in his work and is quite diplomatic in his dealings with others. He is not a rigid person.

So it is appropriate to let him do these things.

After hearing this, Yaskin said respectfully, "As you command! Lord!"

"Then I will not return to the territory for the time being. I will continue to stay in Annohe Village tonight and then visit other villages tomorrow."

Cao Xing shook his head. "We don't have to go to the village. We can also go to some bigger places."

"There is a city about 300 kilometers from here called Melinde City. You can take this money and develop in Melinde City."

"First, establish connections there. I may also lead people to Melinde City later. Your layout here will be very important then."

As the saying goes, it is easier to get things done if you have connections.

Melinde City is the largest city in the Snowstorm Plains. As it continues to develop, Cao Xing will most likely visit the city.

Therefore, sending Yaskin there ahead of time can be considered as an advance arrangement.

The captain of the soldiers also understood the importance of this mission and nodded solemnly, "I understand, Lord, I will do it now!"

After saying that, he picked up the backpack in his hand and left quickly.

Then, Cao Xing looked at the dozen or so villagers and the painter Edward.

The man who claimed that he was being targeted by the devil was looking at Cao Xing with gratitude.

It was this lord who did not mind his strange condition and invited him to join his territory.

"Now, welcome to join us and build a prosperous territory together!"

After saying that, Cao Xing sent out recruitment invitations to all the goblins on the field, including the newcomers.

The next moment, the system prompt appeared.

[Recruitment successful: Goblin laborers Garrosh/Morosh/Amush... have joined your territory, territory population +137...]

…

The population of Cao Xing suddenly increased dramatically!

A smile also appeared on his face.

very good!

This time we have harvested so many goblin laborers and villagers, so there are more than enough staff in a short time!

In addition, a painter with advanced painting skills was brought back.

Not bad, not bad...

At the same time.

The moment these goblin laborers joined Cao Xing's forces, they all felt a surge of vitality descending into their bodies.

Even though they were only first-level creatures, their feelings were very obvious.

The goblins exclaimed, "God of the Crypt, my body seems to be getting healthier!"

"That's right, Amush, some of the hidden illnesses I contracted from working are actually starting to recover!"

"My chest doesn't hurt anymore! Oh my god, what happened? This is amazing!"

Cao Xing was stunned for a moment, but soon understood.

The reason why these goblin laborers can feel their vitality growing is naturally because of the blessing of the Pale Tree.

This sacred tree now increases the health of all territory members by 44%.

As soon as they join, they can feel this blessing, it's very perverted!

What Cao Xing didn't expect was that the sudden increase in vitality could actually help them recover from the hidden diseases in their bodies.

Braum blew his mustache and said, "Little goblins, don't be alarmed. This is just one of the magical powers in our territory. When you make contributions in the future, you will feel even more magical power!"

"You can even have the speed of the wind, the strength of a bear, and the armor of a turtle!"

What Braum was talking about was Hilda's [Queen's Will], Liu Muxue's [Blessing of Courage] and [Holy Shield].

After hearing this, the goblin laborers and the villagers on the field all showed shock in their eyes!

Because of the blessing effect of the Pale Tree, they have already surpassed their cognition.

But the big guy said that this was just the most common kind.

"Oh! This mighty giant, are you telling the truth?"

"Can we really possess such powerful forces in the future?"

Bron smiled and said, "Of course."

"Now, please pledge allegiance to our lord!"

After hearing this, the goblin laborers were about to kneel down.

But they remembered Cao Xing's order just now, so they all bent down and bowed.

"Great Lord, we are willing to pledge our loyalty to you!"

[Because you have shown great strength, the loyalty of the goblin laborer Garrosh has been increased. Current loyalty: 67]

[Because you have shown great strength, the loyalty of the goblin laborer Lawrence has increased. Current loyalty: 65]

[Because of you...]

…

After more than a hundred hints, the loyalty of these goblins and villagers increased significantly.

All of them have a loyalty of 60 or above.

Including the painter Edward, his loyalty has reached 65 points, which is still very good.

Cao Xing had a smile on his face and nodded slightly.

Everything is ready.

However, he did not lead his men back to the territory immediately. Instead, he ordered: "Start dividing into teams now. Some people will return to the territory first, and some people will follow me to another place."

Liu Muxue's beautiful eyes were filled with doubt, and she whispered, "Ah Xing, do we need to go somewhere else?"

"Yes."

Cao Xing smiled and said, "We finally completed all the knight trial tasks this time."

"Before it gets dark, we can rush to Snowfall Lake and claim the complete legendary weapon reward."

Liu Muxue seemed to have thought of this as well, and a look of realization appeared in her eyes.

At the same time, a hint of excitement appeared on her pretty face!

She was also looking forward to this complete legendary weapon.

Then, Cao Xing continued, "Andrew, Bron, Rune, take our staff and Edward back to the territory now."

"Sarah, Renis, Assam, follow me to Snowfall Lake now."

"Let's move!"

On the field, everyone said solemnly: "Yes, Lord!"

After that, they quickly split into two teams.

All the goblin laborers and newcomers followed behind the big guys like Braum and Andrew.

Bron blew his beard and said, "Little guys, remember to follow me."

"This place is still a long way from the territory, you have to hold on."

The goblin laborers responded one after another: "This mighty giant, we will hold on."

"We goblins are the best at escaping, no, the best at running..."

Braun smiled, and then led more than a hundred people to the snowy fields outside.

When they all left.

Cao Xing and Liu Muxue also sat on Dabai's back again.

"Dabai, take us to Snowfall Lake!"

“Moo—”

Dabai swung his trunk, then spread out his four hooves and ran wildly towards the Luoxue Lake.

Since the mammoth broke through to the fourth level, coupled with the speed increase of the black mist totem, its maximum speed has reached more than 180 kilometers per hour!

Considering its huge size, it is really abnormal to be able to reach such a speed!

The scene around me was rapidly receding.

Next to him, Assam was riding a Frostwolf, and his movements were not slow at all.

Although the Frostwolf Lindong currently only has the strength of a third-level elite, it is a creature that excels at running.

Coupled with the elite skill: [Snowfield Rush], it also has a very fast movement speed.

As for the two agility classes, Renis and Sarah, needless to say, in terms of instant burst speed, they can easily surpass mammoths.

“Boom! Boom!”

The power of Dabai's running is as stunning as ever.

It trampled the snow on the ground into deep pits, and the monsters along the way didn't dare to get close.

Just when we were halfway to Luoxue Lake.

Suddenly, Cao Xing heard the crackling sound of electric current.

A moment later, a crisp sound came from the communication device on my ear.

"My Lord!"

When Cao Xing heard the voice, he roughly knew who it was.

"Elissa?"

"It's me, Lord."

Before Cao Xing could say anything, a resentful voice came from the other side: "Lord, why don't you care about Elisa at all!"

"I've been outside alone for almost two days, cold and scared, and you didn't even talk to Elisa, wuwuwu..."

She sounded like a poor girl who was abandoned.

Cao Xing was speechless.

Before Elisa joined the Cao Xing Territory and when she was only level five or six, she already dared to run around outside.

It is common to not go home for several days and nights.

Now it's a level 30 boss creature, and it's still saying it's scared to death.

However, he still coaxed the little girl in front of him. After all, he still had to rely on her to find Yuncai Niu!

"Elisa, you've worked hard. When you come back, I'll give you lots of milk and you can choose any candy you like from the warehouse."

"Wow! Really? Lord!"

"Of course."

Hearing this, Elisa's giggling voice came from the other end of the line.

Cao Xing then asked, "How have you been out there lately? Have you encountered any problems?"

"Hehehe...it's okay..."

"It's just...I just miss you, Lord..."

Elisa said the latter sentence very quietly.

Cao Xing was also stunned when he heard this.

Then he asked, "Why don't you come back first and go out to look for cattle in two days?"

Elisa quickly said, "No, Elisa can't come back now."

"I have found traces of the Cloud-colored Beef in a mountain range!"

"It will take me a little longer to track down the herd of yak!"

After Cao Xing heard this, a look of surprise suddenly appeared in his eyes.

My goodness, it turns out that this little girl has already found the trace of Yuncai Tyrannosaurus, no wonder she suddenly contacted me.

But she acted really quickly this time and found it in just two days.

"Well done, Elisa!"

Cao Xing's praise came from the heart.

The girl opposite laughed shyly, "Hehehe... Of course, Elisa is very powerful!"

"My Lord, I won't talk to you anymore. I have to continue tracking these herds of bulls!"

Cao Xing replied, "Okay, you need to be careful and contact me immediately if you encounter any danger, okay?"

“I know, I know!”

"My Lord, just wait for good news from Elisa!"

The little girl hung up the phone after she finished speaking.

Cao Xing sat on the back of the mammoth with a smile on his face.

There are already traces of the Cloud Calf in Elisa's place.

Compared to the last time, Cao Xing's strength has undergone a qualitative change, and he will definitely be able to catch more bulls.

In this way, the milk production in the territory will increase significantly, and more sets of Yuncai calf clothes can be made.

For Cao Xing, this is all money!

Hundreds of thousands of crowns can help him improve his strength rapidly.

All of this was achieved thanks to the Cloud-colored Calf discovered by Elisa.

Speaking of which, Cao Xing knew that this little girl had a secret.

But she didn't want to say it, and Cao Xing wouldn't delve into it too much.

As long as this little girl has no ill intentions towards the territory and sincerely contributes to the territory, that will be enough.

As they were thinking, they had already arrived at Luoxue Lake.

Ahead, there was a broad lake, still covered with a thick layer of ice.

This is their third time to come to Luoxue Lake.

After the snowstorm, the lake was empty and even the regular visitors like wolves and chocobos could not be seen.

Including Chinon Dutra, who I met during my previous two visits, he has disappeared.

Cao Xing said with emotion: "I don't know what the old man's current situation is, and whether he has brought his wife to Yongshuang Main City."

"I hope everything goes well for him."

Cao Xing shook his head, clearing his mind of thoughts.

Now, he's off to claim his own legendary weapon!

Soon, everyone arrived at the center of the lake.

However, the thick layer of ice in front of him still made Cao Xing a little confused.

"Although the Knight Trial is complete, how can I awaken the spirit of the Lady of the Lake and let her give me the Sword of the Lady of the Lake?"

"You don't want me to fish for king salmon again, do you?"

He doesn't have any extra leader-level snow demon tongues in his hands!

As if he saw the problem Cao Xing was facing, Asam raised the broken sword in his hand and said respectfully, "Lord, can you let me try?"

"I'll see if releasing my aura can wake up the goddess of the lake."

"Well, go ahead, Assam Knight."

Assam nodded respectfully.

Then, he held Magdalen in front of his chest and walked solemnly towards the center of the lake.

With every step he took, an extremely majestic and powerful aura emanated from this knight!

After 99 steps forward.

Cao Xing suddenly felt the ice beneath his feet shaking slightly.

Boom...

"Hmm? He really woke up!"

A look of surprise appeared in Cao Xing's eyes.

Immediately afterwards, the entire surface of Luoxue Lake began to shake violently!

"Boom! Crack!"

In front of them, spider-web-like cracks appeared on the thick ice layer.

Just like the earth cracking, the ice layer automatically split apart.

A large hole with a diameter of over 100 meters soon appeared in the center of the lake!

“Blah…”

The cold lake water began to surge!

Just like last time, the entire Luoxue Lake was bursting with powerful divine light!

Especially the central area in front of them.

The divine light almost became material, gushing out from the lake.

"My goodness, the movements of this goddess every time she comes out are truly astonishing!"

The words fell.

A naked woman with green hair and a few pieces of seaweed covering her private parts slowly rose from the lake.

This is the goddess of the lake - Julia.

Her misty pupils scanned the people on the ice, and then her gaze fell on Assam.

The dark purple lips opened slightly.

"This human lord, you are here..."

There was a sound like running water.

Cao Xing nodded and said, "Yes, as agreed, we have completed all the knight trials."

The goddess in front of him nodded slightly.

"I sensed that you did complete the other two trials."

"Well... according to our previous agreement, I will give you the Sword of the Lady of the Lake, Arlondigit..."

After hearing this, everyone on the field looked expectant!

Finally! Your first complete legendary weapon!

As the goddess of the lake stretched out her smooth arms, drops of water dripped from her fingertips and then slowly lifted them up.

The calm surface of the Luoxue Lake began to surge with crazy waves!

“Blah…Blah…”

Huge waves crashed onto the thick ice, making a loud bang!

The lake surface keeps shaking!

It was as if some divine object that was suppressing this huge lake was about to appear in the world!

At the same time.

Where the goddess of the lake is, divine light is like a pillar!

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